Almost everyone asks this at the free home visit, and the answer is yes. A kitchen installation takes approximately two weeks (an estimate that depends on the project), and the great majority of homeowners stay put throughout. It just helps to plan a little.
I am Simon, and I fit kitchens across Derby and Nottingham. Here is what I tell customers.
What to Expect in the Two Weeks
The old kitchen comes out at the start, so for the rest of the fortnight you will not have a working hob, oven or sink for a good part of the time. Plumbing and electrics are done in-house, so the kitchen is reconnected as soon as it is safe to do so.
Setting Up a Temporary Kitchen
Most people set up a small corner elsewhere in the house with a kettle, microwave and toaster, and use a spare table or worktop. A slow cooker, an air fryer or an electric hob can stretch what you can cook. Paper plates and a washing-up bowl in the bathroom make life easier.
Dust, Noise and Keeping Things Tidy
Fitting a kitchen is a messy trade, so I keep the work area tidy and leave the house clean at the end of every day. Closing doors to the rest of the house, covering furniture and keeping children and pets away from the work area all help.
When It Might Be Easier to Be Away
If you work from home, have a young baby or find noise stressful, a short stay with family can make the fortnight easier. We have done jobs while customers were on holiday, with daily updates so they knew how things were going.
Planning Ahead
Because we book around three months ahead, you have time to prepare. Clear out cupboards before the start date, decide where the temporary kitchen will go and agree any worries with me at the free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a kitchen installation take?
As an approximate estimate, a kitchen installation takes about two weeks on site, depending on the project. Our current waiting time is approximately three months, depending on availability.
Will I have water and power during the fit?
There will be times when the sink, hob or oven are unavailable. Plumbing and electrics are done in-house, so reconnection happens as quickly as is safe.
Do you clean up each day?
Yes. The work area is kept tidy and the house is left clean at the end of each day.
How much does a kitchen cost?
Every kitchen is individually quoted after a free home consultation. Our kitchen cost guide explains what affects the cost.
Ready to Start?
Let's Talk About Your Project
Call Simon on 07729 992138 or fill in the contact form to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation at your home. Our current waiting time is approximately three months, depending on availability.
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